Send us a textRecent guidelines from the Surgeon General indicate that even moderate alcohol consumption poses significant health risks, particularly increasing the likelihood of several cancers. In this episode, cardiologist Dr. Michael Koren and GI specialist Dr. Bharat Misra analyze the data on alcohol and if it aligns with the Read More

Send us a textOn this week's Monday Morning Minute, Dr. Michael Koren and Kevin Geddings discuss the worry uncertainty brings in a changing government landscape and how this affects healthcare. They discuss the stress of not knowing what to expect with competing visions from the incoming administration and how the Read More

Send us a textDr. Michael Koren sits down with Alexandria Clark and Anna Fehr of One of a Kind (1-OAK) Clinical Research to discuss their bold decision to launch a clinical research company in 2021, shortly after the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Koren reflects on how the Read More

Send us a textCardiologist and research scientist with ENCORE Research Group, Dr. Michael Koren highlights the importance of monitoring your key health numbers with Kevin Geddings. The two talk about the importance of checking weight, cholesterol, and blood pressure, emphasizing consistency in measurement practices for accurate tracking. They discuss newer Read More

Send us a textDr. Michael Koren welcomes Dr. Paul Ridker, the leading expert in inflammation and cardiovascular disease, Professor of Medicine at Harvard University, and director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Ridker explains how his career began with challenging traditional medical assumptions, Read More

Send us a textLast week the Surgeon General of the United States, Vivek Murthy, urged congress to pass a law requiring warning labels on alcohol showing the link between even light drinking and gastrointestinal cancers, but is this a good idea? Dr. Michael Korn talks with Kevin Geddings to discuss Read More

Send us a textThis episode of MedEvidence! features a compelling discussion between cardiologist and medical researcher Dr. Michael Koren and 20th U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams. Dr. Adams shares his unique journey from growing up in rural Maryland to becoming the nation's top doctor, highlighting the role of personal Read More

Send us a textUnlock the secrets to successful clinical trials with Dr. Michael Koren and Doug Denham in part 2 of this podcast. The doctors explore participant retention strategies that make a difference to science and to patients. From obesity studies to cholesterol conditions, Drs. Koren and Denham share their Read More

Send us a textDr. Michael Koren and Kevin Geddings discuss New Year’s health resolutions and how clinical research can help achieve them. The conversation highlights the ancillary benefits of participating in research, including expert guidance, hands-on care, and reinforced healthy habits. Dr. Koren also explains that exercising regularly, managing cardiovascular Read More

Send us a textJoin Dr. Michael Koren as he sits down with Dr. Doug Denham, a Certified Principal Investigator with extensive experience in family medicine and obesity research for the first of this two part series as they discuss the lengthy process of becoming a Certified Principal Investigator. The doctors Read More

Send us a textEver misheard a song lyric and discovered the truth years later? Join cardiologist and research scientist Dr. Michael Koren as he compares misheard lyrics to the difficulty in understanding complex medical issues. Dr. Koren and host Kevin Geddings explain how participating in clinical trials can offer surprising Read More

Send us a textDoctors Michael Koren and Mitchell Rothstein discuss the role of government in healthcare. They demonstrate the differences between functional agencies and political agendas, explore where politics and healthcare intersect, and look at how objective, unbiased data can answer complex questions where politics can't. The doctors discuss the government Read More

Send us a textWhat if you stumbled upon your calling purely by accident? Join Dr. Michel Koren as he sits down with Norm Goldfarb, a structural innovator in the clinical research field. They discuss his unexpected journey from a technology startup CEO during the chaotic days of the internet bubble Read More

Send us a textAsthma is more than a condition—it's a challenge shaped by triggers, environment, and access to care. Join Dr. Steve Dorman, a leading allergy immunologist, as he unpacks asthma's complexities, from the impact of geography and air pollution to socioeconomic hurdles. Learn about tailored treatments, the role of Read More

Send us a textIn this episode Dr. Michael Koren shares a story about a clinical trial participant who discovered unexpected benefits of clinical research. Though initially seeking help for a cardiac condition, she found value in flu vaccine trials, gaining protection for herself and her family while using the financial Read More

Send us a textDiscover the groundbreaking innovations at the crossroads of cardiology and gastroenterology with Dr. Michael Koren and Dr. Ali Lankarani, a gastroenterologist and advanced endoscopist. Learn how these medical fields borrow and refine techniques from each other to revolutionize patient care. Dr. Lankarani shares how personal experiences and Read More

Send us a textFeeling queasy and uneasy about catching norovirus (stomach flu) during your holiday plans? Join Dr. Michael Koren and Ken Geddings as they discuss this highly contagious virus, how it can spread, and why conventional hand sanitizers won't save you. With the holiday season upon us, understanding how Read More

Send us a textDoctor Michael J. Koren welcomes his longtime colleague Doctor Victoria Helow on this episode where they talk about the stomach flu; norovirus. Dr. Helow, a pediatrician, pediatric emergency specialist, and clinical researcher shares her experience with norovirus, its effects, how to fight it, and why it’s so Read More

Send us a textImagine booking a dream cruise only to find out that the amenities are fully booked before you even set sail. This frustrating experience resonates with the hurdles many face in accessing timely healthcare. Join us as cardiologist and research scientist Dr. Michael Koren connects these dots. He Read More

Send us a textWhat if you could arm yourself with the knowledge to protect your family against the flu season's viral threats? In our latest MedEvidence episode, Dr. Stella Hayes guides us through the complexities of flu season preparation, emphasizing the vital role of vaccinations and strategic precautions. Drawing from Read More